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FX53 CBO

2003 Saab 9-3

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

102,083 mi
Last recorded102,083 miles
Recorded on2 Sep 2017
Typical for 2003 Saab 9-385,740 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFX53 CBO
MakeSaab
Model9-3
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Sep 2017 102,083 miles

Some corrosion becoming present on front sub-frame

Fail 2 Sep 2017 102,083 miles

Nearside Outer Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Outer Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Inner Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Some corrosion becoming present on front sub-frame

Pass 24 Aug 2016 95,632 miles

Front tyres worn

Plastic sill covers fitted

Rear coil spring corroded N/S &O/S (2.4.C.1b)

Some corrosion becoming present on front sub-frame

slight run out on rear road wheels

Fail 18 Aug 2016 95,629 miles

Front coil spring broken N/S & O/S (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Exhaust heat shield insecure

Front Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing N/S & O/S (2.7.2a)

Front tyres worn

Plastic sill covers fitted

Rear coil spring corroded N/S &O/S (2.4.C.1b)

Some corrosion becoming present on front sub-frame

Pass 17 Aug 2015 90,578 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 83,338 miles

N/S/F & O/S/F BRAKE DISCS ARE STARTING TO WEAR AT TIME OF TEST

Fail 12 Jun 2014 83,338 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

N/S/F & O/S/F BRAKE DISCS ARE STARTING TO WEAR AT TIME OF TEST

Pass 6 Jun 2013 74,079 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2012 66,444 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2011 57,023 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2010 49,937 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 41,323 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 36,670 miles
Fail 13 May 2008 36,670 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 14 May 2007 31,341 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2006 29,584 miles

How Reliable is the Saab 9-3?

Based on 2,294,034 MOT tests across 155,316 vehicles.

73.6%
Pass Rate
6,682
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
155,316
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 75,543
coil spring broken 47,423
position lamp(s) not working 38,332
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 35,584
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 34,513
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FX53 CBO is a 2003 Saab 9-3 in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 Saab 9-3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 85,740 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Saab 9-3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 75,543 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FX53 CBO, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Saab 9-3 typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 23 years old, this Saab 9-3 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FX53 CBO registered?

FX53 CBO is a 2003 Saab 9-3, first registered on 11 November 2003.

Is FX53 CBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FX53 CBO shows 16 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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